3 Healthy Skewer Recipes | Summer Grilling

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola is more budget-friendly.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: carrots

Zucchini is lower in calories, while carrots are often less expensive.

Toss the chicken with the oil, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Allow it to sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Once marinated, assemble the skewers, alternating the red pepper, green pepper, red onion, and chicken cubes.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Grill the skewers until they are golden on all sides and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF, about 4 minutes per side.

Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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